OCTOBER 2026 in Coronado: Halloween at The Del, Taste of Coronado & Lo

October is a great month to be in Coronado. The summer crowds start to thin out, the weather is still hard to beat, and there’s plenty happening around town. This month brings A Taste of Coronado, Halloween events at Hotel del Coronado, live theatre, community events, family activities and more.

Whether you live here or you're planning a visit, here's what's happening in Coronado this October.

An aerial view of the long, curving San Diego-Coronado Bridge sweeping over calm bay water toward the city skyline during sunset.

Signature Events

Some of the bigger events happening around Coronado this month.

A Taste of Coronado

A Taste of Coronado is back for another year. Walk or bike your way through Coronado while participating restaurants, bars and local businesses serve food and drink samples along the route.

Date: October 7
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Coronado / Orange Avenue Corridor
Cost: Ticketed (General Admission: $79.99)

Coronado Public Safety Open House

This is always a fun one for families. Kids can get an up-close look at fire engines and police vehicles, watch a CalFire helicopter landing and see a live "Jaws of Life" extrication demonstration.

Date: October 4
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Coronado Fire & Police Stations (6th St & D Ave)
Cost: Free

Glorietta Bay Paddle Out + San Diego Climate Week Water Summit

Start October on the water with a community paddle-out in Glorietta Bay focused on marine conservation, followed by a water summit with local environmental leaders.

Date: October 1
Time: 4:00–5:00 PM
Location: Glorietta Bay
Cost: Free to participate / spectate

Pour It Forward: Coronado Wine Tasting & Auction

An evening wine tasting and auction benefiting local Rotary and community initiatives. The event includes wine, food and opportunities to bid on local packages.

Date: October 3
Time: 6:00–9:30 PM
Location: Coronado Community Center
Cost: Ticketed ($150)

Avenue of Heroes Banner Ceremony

The Coronado community will gather to honor local veterans and active-duty service members as a new group of Avenue of Heroes banners is unveiled.

Date: October 31
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Coronado High School Auditorium
Cost: Free

Spooky Season & Halloween at The Del

Ghost tours, beach movies and a few Halloween traditions at Hotel del Coronado.

The Del's Haunted Happenings & Ghost Tours

October is a fitting time to learn about the history and ghost stories surrounding Hotel del Coronado, including the well-known story of Kate Morgan. The Del offers several guided experiences, including Room 502, paranormal and evening tours on select dates.

Date: Nightly throughout October (Select dates for specialized Room 502, Paranormal, and Evening with the Spirits tours)
Time: Evening tours starting at 6:00 PM & 8:00 PM
Location: Hotel del Coronado (1500 Orange Ave)
Cost: $35 – $45 per tour

Ghost Roasts & Movies on Del Beach

The Del brings a Halloween theme to its beach bonfires during October with Ghost Roasts, and Halloween-themed Movies on the Beach are scheduled on select nights.

Date: Ghost Roasts nightly throughout October; Beach Movies on select dates
Time: Dusk (Approx. 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Location: Del Beach
Cost: Ghost Roasts $150+ (Private fire pit); Beach Movies $25+ General Admission

A daytime photograph of Coronado Beach featuring a wide expanse of light sand in the foreground leading up to the historic Hotel del Coronado. The white resort buildings showcase signature bright red roofs and iconic pointed turrets. Modern high-rise residential buildings extend along the coastline to the right under a vivid blue sky filled with large, billowy white clouds.

Halloween Pumpkin Carving at The Del

Pumpkin carving by the beach is another seasonal activity happening at The Del. Pumpkin kits and fall snacks are available during afternoon sessions.

Date: Weekends in October
Time: Afternoon sessions
Location: Hotel del Coronado Lawn / Beach
Cost: Ticketed per pumpkin kit

Arts, Culture & Date Night Ideas

Live theatre, music and local history.

"Into the Woods" at Coronado Playhouse

Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods opens at Coronado Playhouse on October 23 and runs through November 22, with special performances scheduled for Halloween weekend.

Date: Various dates starting October 23 (Runs Oct. 23–Nov. 22; Special Halloween weekend shows Oct. 30–31)
Time: 7:00 PM (Thurs–Sat) | 2:00 PM (Sun)
Location: Coronado Playhouse (1835 Strand Way)
Cost: $24 – $30

Coronado Philharmonia: Concertos & Symphonies

Coronado Philharmonia returns to the Coronado Performing Arts Center for an October concert featuring concertos and symphonies.

Date: October 24
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Coronado Performing Arts Center (650 D Ave)
Cost: Ticketed ($20–$35)

Wine & Lecture: The Road to Sunrise

Coronado Historical Association hosts an evening of wine and local history with a panel discussing The Road to Sunrise and stories connected to the area's past.

Date: October 15
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Coronado Historical Association (1100 Orange Ave)
Cost: $15–$20

Family Fun & Community Happenings

Storytimes, crafts, author events and other community programming happening this month.

Oct. 5: Makers Monday: Paper Plate Witch Hats | 3:30 PM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Tuesdays starting Oct. 6: Texas Hold ’em for Beginners | 2:00 PM | Senior Center / Library | Free
Oct. 6: Beyond the Verdict Author Event | 6:00 PM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Oct. 7: Teen Cupcake Wars | 3:30 PM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Oct. 7: Film Forum: The Seventh Victim | 6:00 PM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Oct. 8: Little Explorers: Witches Brew Foamy Play | 10:30 AM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Oct. 13: 7th Annual CHA Collections Luncheon | 11:30 AM | Coronado Historical Association | Ticketed
Oct. 13: Crafty Hour: Ghost Portraits | 5:00 PM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Oct. 20: Shakespeare Society: Richard II, Part Two | 6:00 PM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Oct. 21: Film Forum: An Inspector Calls | 6:00 PM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Oct. 24: Saturday Art for Kids | 10:00 AM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Oct. 25: Fall Flute Recital | 2:00 PM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Oct. 26: Watercolor Spiderweb Art | 3:30 PM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Oct. 27: Happy Halloween Toddler Storytime | 10:30 AM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Oct. 27: Halloween LEGO Engineering Challenge | 3:30 PM | Coronado Public Library | Free
Oct. 30: Happy Halloween Preschool Storytime | 10:30 AM | Coronado Public Library | Free

Weekly Staples

Recurring events and performances to keep on your radar.

Ferry Landing Live Music

Head to the Coronado Ferry Landing on Sunday afternoons for free live music by the bay. Grab something to eat, walk around the shops or just find a spot to sit and listen.

Date: Every Sunday in October
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Coronado Ferry Landing (1201 1st St)
Cost: Free

Final Performances: "American Rhythm" at Lamb’s Players

There are still a few chances to see American Rhythm at Lamb’s Players before the production wraps up its run in early October.

Date: Through October 4
Time: Matinee & Evening options
Location: Lamb’s Players Theatre (1142 Orange Ave)
Cost: $38 – $78

The "Local's Choice" Section

A couple of things worth knowing this month.

Autumn Low Tide Beach Walks

October can be a great time for a low-tide beach walk. Around 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM mid-month, check the rocks near The Del for exposed tide pools where you may spot sea anemones, small crabs and other marine life. Check the local tide schedule before heading out since tide times change daily.

Keep an Eye Out for "Downtown Goes Ghostly"

Coronado's Halloween activities and trick-or-treating details are typically announced closer to the date. Orange Avenue businesses traditionally participate in Halloween afternoon activities, so we'll keep an eye out for this year's official details.

Shop Live Nado

If you're spending October in Coronado, you'll probably need everything from a T-shirt during the day to a sweatshirt once the sun goes down.

A white short-sleeve t-shirt laid flat against a light background. The chest features a retro-style graphic containing yellow script text reading "Happiness is a" above cursive text reading "Shore Thing". Below the text is an illustration of palm trees, a tall building, a surfboard upright in the sand, ocean waves, seagulls, and a setting sun. At the bottom, it reads "LIVE NADO" in yellow font above "NO PLACE LIKE NADO" in dark text, along with a small badge reading "EST 2021".

Live Nado makes Coronado-inspired apparel and accessories for the people who live here, visit here, miss it when they leave and always love coming back.

You won't find a Live Nado storefront on Orange Avenue, but you can shop the full collection online at www.livenado.com. We offer free local delivery throughout 92118 and free shipping on orders over $100.

An off-white or light gray crewneck sweatshirt laid flat against a plain background. It features the same retro beach graphic printed on the center chest: yellow text stating "Happiness is a" over dark script reading "Shore Thing," set above a beach scene illustration with palm trees, a surfboard, ocean waves, and a yellow sun. Below the design is the text "LIVE NADO - NO PLACE LIKE NADO" and an "EST 2021" stamp

👉 Shop Live Nado at www.livenado.com

Local Pro-Tip

A Taste of Coronado parking: Orange Avenue can get busy during A Taste of Coronado on Oct. 7, so consider parking farther from the main route and walking or biking in. The Ferry Landing and surrounding areas may also be useful starting points depending on the event route. Check the official event information before heading out for any event-specific parking or transportation recommendations.

OCTOBER 2026 in Coronado: Halloween at The Del, Taste of Coronado & Local Fall Fun